Self contained classroom

Here are 20 center ideas that you can use for your self-contained classroom. I have it all listed out for you including pictures

Setting up a schedule in a self-contained classroom is one of the hardest parts of our job. I remember my first year of teaching thinking, “why did no one teach me how to do this in college?” After years and years of tweaking my daily schedule, I finally settled on the same master schedule every […]

As a special education teacher with several years of experience in a self-contained setting, I have found that a well-organized and well-thought out classroom environment can make all the difference in meeting the unique needs of students with severe disabilities. In this post, I will share some tips and strategies that have helped me create a successful classroom for students with severe needs. #SpecialEducation

Independent work systems, sometimes called structured work systems, are largely used in special education classrooms, especially for students on the Autism spectrum. It allows students to become successful, independent learners. Independent work systems are a great classroom management tool as they help decrease negative behavior. Today, I am sharing what independent work stations are and how to use them in your self-contained classroom. Use these independent work centers today!

Setting up a self-contained classroom can feel overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to feel that way! In this post, I am sharing special education classroom layout ideas that will make your classroom functional so students can become more independent learners. Learn about independent workstations, classroom centers, a calm down corner, and tips for setting up your direct instruction area. These classroom setup tips for your special education classroom will be a lifesaver!

There are so many working parts in a self contained or Autism Unit. Read MORE on what you can do to survive and thrive in a self contained classroom!

The classroom decor choices you make significantly impact classroom management. Click to read the dos & don'ts of decor in special education.

Are you a high school self contained special educator looking to incorporate more centers into your instructional day? Read on for tips!

Are you a self-contained special education teacher who teaches grades K-2? As an early elementary special education teacher, there are a variety of things that I love in my special ed classroom and I’m going to share them. Creating visual schedules for special education students is exactly what they need. K-2 centers are a must with my early elementary special ed kids. Learn about my centers like a listening center, math center, ELA center, and much more!

Use students' IEPs to set up and plan centers in your special education classroom. Centers will run well & be highly effective.

Visual boundaries are a vital part of classroom setup, especially in special education classrooms! I am so excited to show you how I set up and utilize these visual boundaries in my self-contained autism classroom! You will learn all about how to use furniture for visual boundaries as well as how to use everyday items like shower curtains as visual boundaries. These are great for setting up independent work stations in your special ed classroom. Learn more now!

Setting up IEP work bins was one of the biggest game changers in my special education classroom. These individualized learning stations hold materials to target specific IEP goals for your students and can be tailored to their specific needs. If you want to set up IEP work bins in your special education classroom, you’ve come to the right place. Here you will learn the benefits of IEP work bins and 5 ways you can set them up in your classroom, including my favorite, color coded IEP work…

Laying out the special needs classroom design can be tough. I've rounded up posts and goals of setting up the physical space.

Wondering how to fit everything into your schedule in a self contained special needs classroom? I'm sharing my self contained class schedule and specifics on what each part of our school day looks like. Blog post at Mrs. D's Corner.

Setting up a self-contained classroom can feel overwhelming, but the right classroom layout can make all the difference! In a self-contained setting, classroom routines and classroom organization are key! A well-organized classroom promotes student independence, minimizes student behaviors, and supports smooth classroom transitions throughout the day. Here are some classroom layout tips to help you create a space that works for you, your special education students, and your staff!

As a BCBA working in a public school district, creating an optimal self contained classroom schedule is crucial to ensure the well-being and progress of both students and staff. When I taught my own classroom, I remember this being such an overwhelming duty, that I make it my mission to assist the self-contained classroom teachers I work with now with this task from day one! In this blog post, I’ll offer some tips as we walk through the process step by step.

Here are 5 concepts to plan for before you begin to set up your special education classroom. These tips are for self-contained classes, life skills programs, autism classrooms and general special education programs.

Whether it is back to school time or not, it’s never too late to arrange your special ed classroom layout to fit your needs. Today, I’m sharing must haves in my special education classroom. In my elementary special education classroom, I love to include a sensory area in the classroom and center areas in the classroom. I have included teacher tips for special education classroom organization that will help you feel successful. Check out my moderate to severe special education classroom!

This is my most requested blog post! Putting my schedule in one post is difficult because there are so many moving pieces, but I will try to give an overview below! I did my best to give an overvie…

Setting up your special education classroom is no easy task! Through trial and error, I have designed a classroom floor plan that works! In this post, I am sharing my self-contained classroom setup that students will love (and you will too)! Learn about setting up your centers area, your teacher area, student desks, play area and more! These special education teacher tips will be a life saver!